In accordance with the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended (16 USC sections 1451-1465) and the “Federal Consistency Regulations” (Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930),  federal agency actions that affect a state’s coastal resources or uses must be consistent with the enforceable policies of the state’s NOAA-approved Coastal Zone Management Program.

Enforceable Policies

I. Tidal and Non-Tidal Wetlands

II. Subaqueous Lands

III. Dunes and Beaches

IV. Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas

V. Marine Fisheries

VI. Wildlife and Inland Fisheries

VII. Plant Pests and Noxious Weeds

VIII. Commonwealth Lands

IX. Point Source Air Pollution

X. Point Source Water Pollution

XI. Nonpoint Source Water Pollution

XII. Shoreline Sanitation

Virginia's Coastal Management Area: 

Tidewater Virginia, as defined by the Code of Virginia § 28.2-100 (see map).

Most of these projects require DEQ to provide an opportunity for public comment. Available public notices can be found on our Public Notices page.